1. 5.4 Dividing Fractions and Mixed Numbersp

2. Vocabulary
reciprocal: the flip of a fraction (2 non-zero numbers with a product of 1)

3. Does division always result in a smaller number?
What does 2 ÷ 1/4 mean?
= 8 pieces

4. Dividing Fractions
Dividing fractions, Easy as PIE Flip the second and MULTIPLY! (To divide fractions, multiply by the reciprocal of the divisor)

5. What is the reciprocal (flip) of a whole number?
Write the fraction equivalent of the whole number. The reciprocal of

6. Dividing a Fraction by a Whole Number
Multiply by the reciprocal of the whole number.
Cross Reduce?

7. Dividing Mixed Numbers
Turn all mixed numbers into improper fractions
Flip the divisor
Cross Reduce
Multiply
Simplify 7 2 1 3

8. Guided Practice

9. Homework
5.4 Worksheet